Turkish authorities have detained 115 individuals suspected of membership in the Islamic State (IS) group, stating that planned attacks targeting Christmas and New Year's events have been disrupted.
Operations were conducted at 124 addresses throughout Istanbul, as confirmed by the capital's chief prosecutor. During these raids, firearms, ammunition, and organizational documents were seized.
Officials indicated that IS supporters had been actively planning attacks across Turkey, with a particular focus on non-Muslims. While 115 suspects have been apprehended, efforts are reportedly ongoing to locate an additional 22 individuals.